Driver - Class 5

West Coast Reduction Ltd. - Nothing Left Behind*. At West Coast Reduction, nothing is important to us. Because when there’s nothing left – that is when we’ve done our job. We collect food waste and by-products from food producers, like farms, restaurants, bakeries and even supermarkets, transforming them into ingredients used in animal feed, renewable energy and thousands of other products we use every day. Our efforts contribute to a sustainable local food supply, and help us all live in cleaner and healthier communities. Visit www.wcrl.com to learn more.   The Class 5 Driver is responsible for safely operating company vehicles while following instructions or scheduled routes from the Fleet Dispatcher and Fleet Management Team. The role requires the delivery of exceptional customer service when servicing grease traps. Often viewed as the face of the company, drivers are expected to act professionally both on the road and at locations of service when dealing with customers and the public.     WHY JOIN OUR TEAM? Build a stable career at a reputable company with more than 450 employees Continuous in-house training opportunities available – all our new drivers are provided hydraulic equipment training during onboarding Comprehensive compensation package offered to full-time employees including employer-paid extended health benefits Generous RRSP matching for employee contributions after 1 year  Take a look at our About Us video here: https://vimeo.com/396483325 .     SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES • Drive scheduled routes based on instructions from the Fleet Dispatcher and/or Management Team to collect trap grease materials at customer’s locations• Service grease traps and empty grease trap trucks as required• Submit high quality, timely customer service reports as instructed• Maintain tools and equipment (hoses, grease trap tools, wands, etc.), and spill response kits• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections• Report issues or concerns related to vehicle maintenance, damaged traps and/or equipment or Customer to the Fleet Maintenance or Dispatcher in a timely manner• Operate all equipment safely and efficiently• Follow safety protocols and other procedures as dictated by WCRL or the customer’s requirements• Perform shift work based on company business needs which evolve and change in response to customer demands• Work overtime as instructed to ensure minimal downtime of facilities as per Collective Bargaining Agreement• Adhere to the company Code of Conduct and all West Coast Reduction Ltd. policies• Foster a positive team and company culture by ensuring treatment of others is respectful and aligned with company values• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or Supervisor   QUALIFICATIONS & FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS Qualifications • Possession of a valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence with a clean abstract• 3 years of experience in commercial truck driving or similar environment an asset• Strong knowledge of the Central and Northern Alberta area• Proficiency in English, both written and verbal, with excellent communication skills   Functional Requirements • Ability to frequently move, carry, lift, push and pull equipment such as grease trap lids, up to 50 lbs, without assistance and occasionally greater with assistance• Perform repetitive motions including bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing and reaching overhead above the shoulders daily• Adaptable to adverse conditions including confined space, heights, cold weather, odours and animal by-products